Pan American archery 2026 hit a US-flavored peak in Medellin this week, with Team USA dragging 31 medals out of the Unidad Deportiva Andrés Escobar and Mark Williams pulling two pending world records off the recurve 50+ lines. Across the Atlantic, Slovenia hosted the tenth edition of Veronica’s Cup with the world’s hottest compound shooters […]
Finger and mechanical releases don’t just change what’s in your hand — they change anchor geometry, string path, and how the shot actually breaks. Here’s what each technique demands and where each one wins.
Eye dominance in archery decides which side of your face the bow ends up on, and roughly one archer in four has a dominant eye on the opposite side from their dominant hand. That single mismatch — called cross-dominance — is the hidden reason a beginner can hold textbook form, anchor cleanly, release without flinching, […]
Lisell Jaatma flips the compound women’s rivalry with a Shanghai gold over Andrea Becerra, Turkiye sweep USA in team finals, India shock China for recurve gold, and a Yellowstone grizzly attack closes Mystic Falls Trail — your archery week in review.
Italian compound legend Sergio Pagni takes over Korea’s national team, Turkish teen Gokkir stuns the world champion in Antalya, Korea names a 14-year-old to its Asian Games squad, and the 2026 flagship bow lineup takes shape. Your weekly archery news roundup.
If you are comparing barebow vs recurve, the short answer is this: both use the same basic bow platform, but recurve adds aiming and stabilizing accessories while barebow strips them away and asks the archer to do more with body awareness, string walking, and repeatable form. That makes barebow feel simpler in the hand, but […]
Setting up a recurve bow for beginners doesn’t need to be complicated, but getting each step right makes a real difference in accuracy and safety. Whether you just bought your first takedown recurve or you’re still deciding, this guide walks you through seven practical setup steps so you can start shooting with confidence. What Makes […]
Choosing the right archery quiver is one of the most practical decisions you’ll make as an archer — it affects how you move, how fast you can reload, and how comfortable your sessions feel. There are five main types of archery quivers, each suited to a different shooting style and environment, from competitive target ranges […]
The archery anchor point is the specific spot on your face where your draw hand, string, and anchor contacts meet at full draw — and mastering it is the single biggest factor in shooting consistent, accurate arrows. Once you establish and repeat a reliable anchor position every time, your groups will tighten dramatically regardless of […]
What is an Archery Draw Length Calculator? An archery draw length calculator is an essential tool that helps determine the optimal distance you pull the bowstring back to your anchor point. This measurement, typically expressed in inches, is crucial for selecting the right bow size, choosing proper arrows, and achieving consistent accuracy. Whether you’re using […]